Community Outreach Coordinator

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Collegial environment

Hybrid work

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Outreach Coordinator to engage residents and organizations in Paarl, Western Cape. The role involves developing outreach strategies, building relationships, and mobilizing resources to support community development initiatives.

The position offers a hybrid work model, combining fieldwork with remote coordination to connect with diverse community segments and promote available services across the Paarl area.

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualification in Social Sciences, Communications, or related field.
• Experience in community engagement, event planning, or program coordination.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics and development principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement community outreach programs and events.
• Build and maintain relationships with local leaders, NGOs, and businesses.
• Identify community needs and challenges through engagement and research.
• Promote the organization's services and programs to target audiences.
• Coordinate volunteers and community partners for outreach activities.
• Collect feedback from the community and report on engagement outcomes.

Skills

Community outreach

Event planning

Program coordination

Interpersonal skills

Networking

Digital tools

Education

Degree in Social Sciences, Communications, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Digital tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and community-focused Community Outreach Coordinator to engage with residents and organizations in and around Paarl, Western Cape. This role involves developing and executing outreach strategies to connect with various community segments, raise awareness about available services, and foster stronger community ties. You will play a key part in building relationships, identifying needs, and mobilizing resources to support community development initiatives. Operating with a hybrid work model, this position offers a blend of fieldwork and remote coordination, allowing for effective engagement across the Paarl area.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement community outreach programs and events.


• Build and maintain relationships with local community leaders, NGOs, and businesses.


• Identify community needs and challenges through engagement and research.


• Promote the organization's services and programs to target audiences.


• Coordinate volunteers and community partners for outreach activities.


• Collect feedback from the community and report on engagement efforts and outcomes.

Requirements

• A degree or relevant qualification in Social Sciences, Communications, or a related field.


• Experience in community engagement, event planning, or program coordination.


• Strong understanding of community dynamics and development principles.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, balancing remote tasks with on-site activities.


• Proficiency in using digital tools for communication and project management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• A supportive and collaborative work environment.


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement to support work-life balance.


• The chance to contribute significantly to the development and well-being of the Western Cape community.